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U.S. Navy
Kersey, Thomas Joseph
Kersey, Thomas Joseph
Year of Action1876
Unit/CommandUSS Plymouth
HometownSt. Johns
Citation

Serving on board the USS Plymouth at the Navy Yard, New York, 26 July 1876, Kersey displayed bravery and presence of mind in rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1876

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